In an exclusive interview for French Review Tennis Magazine, Rafael Nadal talks about his rivalry with Novak Djokovic. He congratulates the Serbian on his current domination and acknowledges that in 2011, Djokovic was his major problem on tour.
Asked if he could hire a “supercoach” instead of his uncle Toni Radal, Rafa answers that he is the only one to blame when he plays badly, like he did sometimes in 2015.
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Our Champion is STILL the BEST!!! Asked about his team, without hesitation, he took complete responsibility for losing to Djokovic!!! No one can ever say that Rafael Nadal did not take responsibility for losing a tennis match. He ALWAYS does so, and he gains more fervent respect from his fans and opponents each time he does. In this context, his wins are that much sweeter for everyone concerned. VAMOS RAFA!!! PARA LA DECIMA!!!!!!
Rafa has always admitted his shortcomings and never blamed anyone for his loses. Also, he has been so respectful of other players, even praising much lower ranked players to whom he has handed crushing defeats. Humility, graciousness and honesty are his signature characteristics. And I luv his sense of humor.
GOOOO RAFA
NADAL BEATS KOHLSCHREIBER
6-3, 6-3
Bearer of good news – I think I love you😘🙌
Now he must get past Kyrgios. It may be a nail-biter.